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What is the process of getting my special education records?

Who do I contact?

  • Current student: Contact the special education point of contact or principal at your school.

  • Former student: Former student records requests should be submitted through the records request portal. 

    • A system-generated message email notification will be sent with a reference number for tracking purposes. It is important to read the emails carefully because they contain additional information that may be required to process requests. 

  • If you have any questions regarding request request, please contact StudentRecordsRequest@k12.dc.gov.

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Do I need to sign an approval form?

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Requests not accompanied by a completed authorization release form cannot be fulfilled.

Who can make the request?

  • Current or former DCPS student or parent/guardian

What kinds of documents can I request?

  • Use this process to request special education documents (IEPs, eligibility determinations, evaluations, etc.).​

  • Other documents you may need, like transcripts and diplomas, can be requested by following the instructions here: Request Transcripts and Diplomas | dcps

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